--- title: "RSSB2645_Industry Sustainable Development Plan - Technical Support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED" published: "2018-01-17" --- # RSSB2645_Industry Sustainable Development Plan - Technical Support Buyer: RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-003351b2-e684-464c-b6ba-986a5cb3fb5c.json) ## Summary The Rail Safety and Standards Board Limited (RSSB) is currently in the planning stage of the tender titled "RSSB2645_Industry Sustainable Development Plan - Technical Support," located in London, England. The procurement process is centred around technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with an engagement end date set for 23rd February 2018. Suppliers are invited to provide feedback and insights regarding the draft specifications, which aim to advance the industry's sustainable development strategy. Interested parties should submit their comments to shareditt@rssb.co.uk by the specified deadline. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on sustainable development, research and analysis, particularly those specialising in environmental consultancy or economic research services. Companies equipped to conduct gap analyses and advise on sustainable practices will find this to be a promising avenue. As the rail industry intensifies its commitment to sustainability, businesses aligning with these principles are well-positioned to lead and innovate in this sector. ## Notice RSSB is considering the publication of a formal tender titled: RSSB2645_Industry Sustainable Development Plan - Technical Support RSSB is developing the specification for this work and this can be found in the attachment. RSSB through this early engagement exercise has the following questions regarding the specification: 1. Does the specification provided give enough information for suppliers to bid? 2. What other data, information and metrics should be included? 3. RSSB is inviting suppliers to comment and provide insight on the attached specification for the purposes of it's development. Any queries and comments on this should be emailed to: shareditt@rssb.co.uk By Friday 8th September 17:00 -- Background The rail industry has a set of principles (the Rail Sustainable Development Principles) which define what sustainable development means for GB rail. First published in 2009, these were updated and re-launched in May 2016. The Principles are embedded in government policy through franchising, HLOS and the 2012 command paper; and in industry plans through the CP5 Industry Strategic Business Plan and the Initial Industry Advice for CP6. The rail industry is giving sustainable development an increasing level of priority, as seen in Network Rail's CP5 SD strategy and increasingly ambitious franchise bids. This has been reflected in the recent RSSB member consultation which gave strong support to increased focus and resources for sustainable development in RSSB's future activities, with 88% of members "positive about developing sustainability capacity at RSSB" and 90% of respondents "very keen to include sustainability as part of the future agenda". To ensure that any increase in focus and resources meets industry needs, RDG has commissioned RSSB to develop an industry sustainable development strategy. This would align sustainable development with other RSSB strategic priorities such as standards and health and safety. The remit for the strategy is to identify existing commitments, plans and ambitions against the Rail Sustainable Development Principles; identify where there are gaps; identify the potential for more stretching ambitions; and understanding the value to the industry and the wider economy in meeting ambitions. Tasks We are looking for technical support to develop the plan. Specifics tasks include: - Gap analysis: o Through literature reviews and stakeholder engagement, where appropriate, to identify all existing industry-level plans, ambitions and targets across each element of the Rail Sustainable Development Principles. Identify where there are gaps - ie where there are no industry plans against issues in the Principles. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c3d18e-dd22-47a8-aa39-fc8693d1bde6 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC2M 2RB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Bunhill | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79311400 - Economic research services ## Release History - 17 Jan 2018 at 08:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c3d18e-dd22-47a8-aa39-fc8693d1bde6 - 1 Sep 2017 at 08:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c690b104-e948-4ddb-b354-a4be36b1673f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44c3d18e-dd22-47a8-aa39-fc8693d1bde6 17th January 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c690b104-e948-4ddb-b354-a4be36b1673f 1st September 2017 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4eccc70c-a6eb-4841-861d-7c1f4beb4498 RSSB2645_Industry Sustainable Development Plan - Technical Support - Basic Specification ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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